I posted this on the J30 forum but some of the readers of this forum might be interested in it. The first link is a comprehensive article about brake fade, brake bedding, brake pad selection, etc.
http://www.se-r.net/car_info/brake_performance.html
The second article came from a Volvo forum but much of the info is applicable to any make of brakes. It has a lot of repair and maintenance tips you won't find anywhere else.
http://www.brickboard.com/FAQ/700-900/Brakes.htm
